Rachelle Salim
About Rachelle Salim
Rachelle Salim is a Sr. Supply Chain Specialist with over 15 years of experience in the biopharma industry, focusing on GMP manufacturing and Quality Assurance. She has held various roles at prominent companies, including Kite Pharma and Baxter International Inc., and possesses expertise in Cell Culture Manufacturing and quality management processes.
Current Role at Kite Pharma
Rachelle Salim currently serves as a Senior Supply Chain Specialist at Kite Pharma, a position she has held since 2020. Based in El Segundo, California, she has contributed to the company's supply chain operations for four years. In her role, she utilizes her extensive experience in the biopharma industry to enhance supply chain efficiency and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
Previous Experience at Kite Pharma
Before her current role, Rachelle worked at Kite Pharma as a Senior Quality Assurance Specialist from 2017 to 2020. During her three years in this position, she was involved in maintaining quality standards and supporting compliance initiatives within the organization. Her work in quality assurance laid a strong foundation for her subsequent role in supply chain management.
Professional Background in Biopharma
Rachelle Salim has over 15 years of experience in the biopharma industry, focusing on Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Quality Assurance. She has held various roles at prominent companies, including Baxter International Inc. and Amgen. Her positions have included Quality Analyst II, Manufacturing Specialist, and Senior Operations Analyst, where she developed expertise in nonconformance management and root cause investigations.
Education and Qualifications
Rachelle earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Biology/Biological Sciences from California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo, where she studied from 1995 to 2001. Her educational background in biology has provided her with a strong foundation in scientific principles, which supports her work in the biopharma sector.
Skills and Expertise
Rachelle possesses strong skills in nonconformance management, root cause investigations, and Out of Trend (OOT) and Out of Specification (OOS) investigations. She is proficient in using TrackWise for quality management processes and serves as a subject matter expert in Cell Culture Manufacturing. Her ability to collaborate with diverse groups across various departments enhances her effectiveness in her roles.